Parts and Service - Tagged Posts - Global Fleet Management

Extended Cycling & Part Shortages Stress Warranty Recovery in 2021

Supply chain constraints make it difficult to get replacement vehicles leading to extended cycling of those currently in service. This is pushing the envelope of warranty coverage that is exacerbated by a shortage of replacement parts.

Unscheduled Maintenance Costs Increase 3% in CY-2021

Part and labor prices have increased 4-8%, while part and labor availability have decreased. Due to difficulties sourcing replacement vehicles, fleets are keeping units in service longer, causing repair spend to increase in 2021

2020 Fact Book: Parts & Service [Photos]

A look at not only the costs involved with the repair and maintenance of trucks, but also what is going on in the mergers and acquisitions world, and its effect on the aftermarket.

Parts & the Pandemic

How aftermarket companies have kept fleets on the road through COVID-19 shutdowns, despite having to reconfigure their operations.

Alliance Parts Opens 100th Location

Alliance Parts, a brand of Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), continues to expand its retail footprint with the opening of its 100th location in Lexington, S.C.

Terex Still Shipping, Suspends Some Production

Terex is still shipping equipment and parts operations, parts fabrication, service centers, logistics, and shipping operations are running.

Service Centers Stay Open to Keep Commercial Trucks Running

To help keep fleets on the road to deliver needed products like medical supplies and groceries, service centers are staying open to support essential fleets.

IMI Launches Aluminator System

IMI's new Aluminator System is a three-part process that will wash, clean, and finish aluminum wheels, giving them a clean, matte-like finish.

Online Tool Analyzes Inventory, Provides Cross References

Diesel Laptops announced the expansion of its offerings during Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week.

Dayton Parts Makes Acquisition, Launches New Product Line

Dayton Parts has acquired RMW Industries, a manufacturer of wound coil spring technology. Prior to the acquisition, Dayton Parts focused on leaf springs.